Ganpatipule - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Ganpatipule is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Tangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganpatipule village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganpatipule is 564847. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ganpatipule village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganpatipule
As per Census 2011, Ganpatipule village has a total population of 412 people, consisting of 181 males and 231 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,276 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganpatipule are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 412 | 181 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 138 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 43 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Ganpatipule
Ganpatipule is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadavli | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Tangar | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Matwan | South | 2.58 km |
| Kudavale | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Nawanagar | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Shirsoli | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Hatip | East | 3.94 km |
| Awashi | North | 4.22 km |
| Bhangar | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Shirseshwar | North-East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganpatipule
Public transport in the Ganpatipule is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Ganpatipule is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ganpatipule is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganpatipule
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganpatipule village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganpatipule
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganpatipule village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganpatipule
Where is Ganpatipule located?
Ganpatipule village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganpatipule?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganpatipule is Tangar.
What is the pincode of Ganpatipule?
The pincode of Ganpatipule is 415712.
What is the population of Ganpatipule?
Ganpatipule has a total population of 412, including 181 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Ganpatipule?
There are 152 households in Ganpatipule.
What is the literacy rate in Ganpatipule?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganpatipule is 65.29%. Male literacy is 76.24% and female literacy is 56.71%.